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Nepal: Culture, Adventure & Himalayan Wonders - 12 days

Nepal is an archaeological paradise with UNESCO enlisted world heritage sites including ancient temples, medieval palaces, national parks and world’s renowned trekking trails.  Savor the cultural, spiritual and natural delights of Nepal altogether in a single trip. This glimpse of Nepal tour takes you to some of the most popular destinations in Nepal. You begin your tour in Kathmandu, a modern city which was once divided into three medieval cities. Experience its rich culture and heritages. Enjoy thrilling white water rafting along Trisuli River. The picturesque lakeside city of Pokhara will enthrall you with its spellbinding natural beauty. Enjoy boating in the serene Lake Phewa, watched over by the mighty Himalayan peaks. Experience the vast terrain extended from Tibetan plateau in Muktinath at 3800m and explore at Chitwan National Park, the home of more than 120 Royal Bengal Tigers, 600+ one horned Rhinoceros and 400+ species of bird including many other animals. And before going back home relax at the hillside town of Nagarkot having the beautiful sunrise and sunset view over the Majestic Himalayas.

Highlights of Nepal: Culture, Adventure & Himalayan Wonders - 12 days

Activities:                     Culture, Adventure

Max. Altitude:            3800m

Best season:                February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November

Accommodation:        hotel/lodge

Level of difficulty:       Light - Medium

Places to visit:              Kathmandu, White Water Rafting, Pokhara, Jomsom/Muktinath, Chitwan National Park, Nagarkot

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Assistance upon arrival and transfer to hotel Rest of the day at leisure for independent activities Overnight at hotel

Option: Mt. Everest sightseeing flight Return to hotel for breakfast After breakfast sightseeing tour including Patan, the "City of Fine Arts". Visit Durbar Square, Krishna Temple, built in 1637 AD, which holds a commanding position in the palace complex of Patan, it is the only temple in Nepal that has 21 spires and is entirely made of stone, HiranyavarnaMahavira - the Golden Temple of Lord Buddha and the Tibetan Handcrafts Center. After noon sightseeing tour of Kathmandu also called the 'City of Glory’. Visit includes, Durbar Square,KumariGhar - Home to the World's only living Goddess. A short visit to Bhairab - the God of destruction, Taleju Temple - built in 1549 AD and Hanuman Dhoka Palace. Thereafter visit SwoyambunathStupa, said to be one of the oldest Buddhist Stupas in the World, which is majestically set high on a Hill overlooking Kathmandu Valley. It is nicknamed as the monkey temple after the tribe of monkeys that look after the hill often amuses the visitors. Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at hotel Drive to Majhimtar (raft starting point) along KTM Pokhara highway - approx. 85 kms from Kathmandu (approx. 2½ hrsdrive) Experience rafting from Majhimtar to Kurintaralong Trisuli River (03 hours raft). After the rafting, hot lunch will be served at a good tourist restaurant. Continue drive from Kurintar to Pokhara– 110 kms(approx. 2½ hrsdrive) and check-in at hotel Pokhara is Nepal's number #1 adventure and Leisure City with nature, mountains and lakes and a trekking gateway to the Annapurna's with plenty of entertainment for individual travellers as well as families with kids. Evening: Stroll around Lakeside area  Overnight at hotel

Early morning breakfast at hotel Drive to airport and fly to Jomsom (20 minutes breathtaking flight surpassing Himalaya). Upon arrival in Jomsom, take a jeep for drive to Muktinath Temple via Kagbeni village. Muktinath is a Vishnu temple, sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. It is located in Muktinath Valley at the foot of the Thorong La mountain pass in Mustang, Nepal. Afterwards, return to Jomsom for overnight stay at lower altitude. Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast at lodge Full day exploration in Jomsom including visit to famous Marpha apple village Overnight at the hotel Overnight at lodge

Fly Jomsom – Pokhara (20 mins) and check-in at the hotel Rest of the day at leisure or explore surrounding areas including Shanti (peace) Stupa on own. Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel Drive to Chitwan National Park (approx. 4hrs drive). This afternoon, enjoy an Elephant Back Safari to explore the jungle and its wildlife. Popular wildlife at Chitwan National Park includes the one-horned rhinoceros, several types of deer, monkey, wild boar, bison, sloth bear, and leopard and tigers. Perched high on the back of your elephant, you'll be safely out of reach of anything lurking in the tall grass. Afternoon Jungle related activities such as elephant back safari. Overnight at lodge

Breakfast at hotel Enjoy an early morning, proceed for a traditional Dug-Out Wooden Canoe Cruise takes you on a silent trip down the Rapti River to view aquatic birds and crocodiles of the banks of the river. After breakfast, join an Elephant Briefing Program, where you get an opportunity to visit elephant stables and learn more about these gigantic animals. For the more adventurous, you may also try your hand at giving these mammals a good scrub and wash! After lunch, Nature Walk identifying birds, plants and other wildlife in the open grasslands, and jungles of Sal forests. Chitwan is most beautiful at dawn with the sun rising above the jungles and the glistening river. This evening, enjoy dinner around Camp Fire with the indigenous Tharu Stick Dance Show, whereby farmers from nearby villages showcase their traditional skills and dances. Overnight at lodge

Breakfast at lodge Drive back to Kathmandu (approx. 5-6hrs drive) and check-in at hotel hotel. [Option: Take 20 minutes flight back to Kathmandu from Bharatpur airport, Chitwan] Day 10: Kathmandu - Nagarkot Breakfast at the hotel Morning: Sightseeing tour of Pashupatinath Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This massive temple complex sits alongside the banks of the holy Bagmati River. Only Hindus are allowed to enter the courtyard of the temple, whereas tourists can see the temple from the eastern side of the Bagmati River. Afterwards, visit BoudhanathStupa, a Buddhist Stupa said to be one of the largest in the world. This massive structure stands tall with four pairs of eyes each facing the four cardinal directions Afternoon: Sightseeing tour of Bhaktapur, also called the "City of Devotees" where you will meander down narrow lanes past centuries old homes and temples. The tour will begin with a visit to Durbar Square, The Golden Gate, Places of 55 Windows, Lion's Gate. The Nyatpola Temple, the tallest of its kind in Nepal, Bhairab Temple, the Pottery Centre and Dattratraya Temple. Afterwards, continue drive to Nagarkot-12kms (approx. 1hr), situated at an altitude of 2175m, Nagarkot offers panorama of major peaks of eastern Himalayas including Mt. Everest (8848m) including Manaslu (8363m), Ganesh Himal (7111m), Langtang (7246m), ChobaBhamre (6016m), Gaurishanker (7134m) and Numbur (6957m) are clearly seen from Nagarkot. It is the ideal place for relaxation after a round trip. Overnight at hotel

Full day relax at the hotel garden overlooking the mountains (weather permitting) or take small walk to the nearby villages. Overnight at hotel

Breakfast at hotel Free till departure transfer to international airport to connect flight for your onward destination

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